13 Weird and Unusual Job Interview Questions
Job interviews can bring on a lot of anxiety and fear, testing not only your capabilities for the role but also your ability to understand and answer unpredictable questions. As well as your traditional job interview questions, you may find yourself getting asked unusual and weird questions that don’t seem to fit in with the […]
How to use the STAR Interview Technique
What is the STAR interview technique? The STAR interview method is a technique used to prepare for behavioural and situational interview questions. STAR stands for: These kinds of questions are asked by interviewers to determine whether you are the right fit for the role and how you would handle certain situations you might face if […]
How to handle job rejection.
“Thank you for your time today in the interview. After some careful consideration, we wanted to let you know that we have decided to move forward with another candidate for the position” You’ve spent hours working on your CV, applied for numerous jobs, and feel confident about an interview, only to get rejected at the […]
Mase Consulting are Moving Offices!
We have some exciting news to share – Mase Consulting is moving! We’re moving to our new offices in Ancoats, at the very heart of Manchester City Centre. We have loved every minute of being in our Warrington office, but we are excited for the next chapter. Our new address is: Jactin House, 24 Hood […]
How to write an ATS-friendly CV.
What is an ATS system? ATS stands for application tracking system. This is a bit of software that employers and businesses use to save time and money when sifting through CVs. It does this by automating the assessment, tracking and selection of CVS. In this article, we hope to show you how to write an […]
10 Questions to ask at the end of your job interview (and 10 not to ask).
As your job interview wraps up, you’ll hear a question that most interviewers ask. ‘Do you have any questions for us?’ This is your chance to stand out. But what should you say? And more importantly, what shouldn’t you say? This is not only an opportunity for an employer to get to know you, but […]
Google Interview Warmup – is this the future of job preparation?
Introduction Preparing for a job interview can be a daunting task. Asking friends and family to help you out, or standing in front of a mirror can be awkward. If only there was something that you could practise your job interview skills with a bit more ease. Introducing Google Interview Warmup, a secret weapon to […]
Imposters Syndrome. What is it? Symptoms, causes and how to handle it.
Do you feel like a fraud? Imposter Syndrome is something that happens to a lot of us during the course of our lives, particularly in the work place. It can lead you to have thoughts at work such as: ‘I don’t have the right skills for this job’ ‘They’re going to find out I can’t […]
Trends in recruitment & talent acquisition to look out for in 2024
The recruitment and talent acquisition process is evolving, and staying ahead of the game is crucial for businesses wanting to attract and retain top talent. There are some big trends in recruitment that are shifting how we work dramatically. But how can you do this moving forward? In this article, we will delve into some […]
How to Prepare for a Job Interview
You’ve made it to the interview stage—congratulations! It’s a significant milestone, but you may also feel anxious or uncertain. Don’t worry; our guide is here to show you how to prepare for a successful job interview. Just follow these tips, and we are sure you will ace the interview. Knowledge is Power Do your research […]